Is it time for interventional radiology to sever ties with diagnostic radiology and define its own future? Dr. Ally Baheti hosts Dr. Mark Lessne, interventional radiologist at Charlotte Radiology and Dr. Saher Sabri, Chief of Interventional Radiology at MedStar Health, to discuss the evolving relationship between interventional radiology (IR) and diagnostic radiology (DR).

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SYNPOSIS
The doctors begin the discussion by asking a critical question: 'What defines an interventional radiologist?' They delve into the different practice patterns of IRs, exploring both the opportunities and challenges in interventional radiology forging its own path, independent of diagnostic radiology. The doctors share their thoughts on the financial implications, sustainability of the specialty, and the importance of establishing a clinical and longitudinal practice. The discussion concludes with the notion that an organic separation is likely inevitable, although the timing remains uncertain.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Introduction
03:45 - Challenges in IR Practice
12:23 - Financial Models and Sustainability
16:13 - The Role of SIR in Supporting IRs
34:29 - Defining IR Standards
35:28 - SIR’s Role
38:29 - Future of IR and DR
58:36 - Final Thoughts and Call to Action